DREAM

Middle School ELA Teacher

1991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10029 (East Harlem Middle School)

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$100kDetected 25 days ago

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About the role

We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools -growing our organization's impact and leveling the playing field for all children.
DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive.
Applying to DREAM We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process.

Work with co-teacher (as relevant) to create and foster a culture where all students can achieve at high levels
Implement a Common Core-aligned curriculum through backwards lesson planning, following school-wide protocols for developing and documenting syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and rubrics, and utilizing research-based best practices to support all learners
Set and maintain high expectations by building meaningful relationships
Work with Student Culture Team and Student Support Team to create and progress monitor individual plans for students, as needed
Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment and abide by school-wide practices for classroom management and individual behavior plans
Establish and maintain strong relationships and regularly communicate scholars' progress towards academic, social-emotional, and behavioral goals and with families
A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP);

Bachelor's degree required;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences (including colleagues, students, families);
A desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families and community
Desire and ability to receive and implement feedback
A commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students
A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.
Benefits and Paid Time Off
We offer comprehensive benefits including:
Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children
The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee's needs
Dental and vision plans

New York State certification in subject area preferred;
At least two years of teaching experience with record of improving student achievement preferred;
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred;

The salary range for incoming teachers is $75,000 to $100,000. New teacher salaries are determined based on the number of years of experience as a teacher.
Additional compensation is added for incoming teachers with Master's degrees and NYS Special Education certifications.
Teachers are eligible for annual salary increases based on tenure and performance
salaries for teachers who continue on at DREAM can exceed the incoming teacher band above.
DREAM is committed to upholding highly competitive salaries and ensuring teacher pay is within the highest quartile of NYC Charter Schools.
From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters-it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom.

Disability benefits;
Life insurance;
Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave;
Flexible spending account options;
Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit);
Fitness and entertainment discounts;
403(b) retirement plan with employer match starting at 4% after one year, with increases tied to DREAM tenure;

If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.

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